Off the PitchGiveMeSportUnverified source· 26 Aug 2026
Ronaldo's 3-Word Reaction After Half-Time Hook
Subbed at half-time with his team 2-0 down, Ronaldo's social media post said it all.
Cristiano Ronaldo
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Match
Al-Nassr 3-2 Al-Ettifaq
Substitution
Ronaldo off at half-time
Comeback
Al-Nassr won with 10 men
What happened. Cristiano Ronaldo was substituted at half-time by Ange Postecoglou during Al-Nassr's 3-2 win over Al-Ettifaq, and later posted a three-word message on social media reacting to the decision.
- Al-Nassr trailed 2-0 when Ronaldo was taken off.
- Despite being down to 10 men, Al-Nassr completed a comeback.
- Ronaldo's message hinted at his displeasure with the substitution.
Ronaldo's reaction adds tension to his relationship with Postecoglou, with future team selections under scrutiny.
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Mirror Football
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Daily Mail Football
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